In Chapter 1 of Leonardo's "Treatise on Painting," he makes this statement. "The young student should, in the first place, acquire a knowledge of perspective, to enable him to give to every object its proper dimensions..." In the footnote, the translator states that many readers misunderstood Leonardo's … Continue Reading
Learn To Paint, Change Your Life!
Is it possible to cut through the noise and learn to paint?
We are glad you are here! We believe that it is totally possible to cut through the noise. Many of our artist friends have done just … Continue Reading
3 “Sins” of beginning painters
Too Much Magic White™ Tom says Sin #1 is, "Applying too much Magic White™. It should be very thin." Bill warns us at the beginning of … Continue Reading
Alexander Art Membership
“A teacher is crazy if they do it.”
We get this question a lot from beginners. Well, I guess it’s more of a statement. How do I start? I’m terrified of making a mistake! The canvas is intimidating, no doubt. We all want to do the best job we can. Even in a workshop, though, -- with lots of folks around -- especially in a workshop -- you can … Continue Reading
The Bill Alexander Story
The Bill Alexander Story – Tales of the City
It was four A.M. on an early February morning. No one was in the emergency room but Bill and Margarete. Bill was having difficulty breathing. Working seven days a week, trying to maintain a hectic teaching schedule had finally taken its toll. The ER doctor told Bill he needed to be in a hospital. Bill couldn't afford the $12.00 required for admittance. They were sitting, alone, trying to figure … [Read More...]